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Springer Nature @springernature.com · 10h

A sugar molecule has been detected in interstellar space for the first time, reports @natastron.nature.com. The discovery of erythrulose near the centre of the Milky Way suggests that biologically relevant molecules can form in space: spklr.io/63323EpR1U #astronomy #astro 🔭

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Springer Nature @springernature.com · 12h

#OpenAccess is a global goal, but there is no single route to achieving it. After nearly 20 years working across global research communities, Asdaa Kotani reflects on why successful #OA transitions depend on local needs, priorities and partnerships: spklr.io/63322EpVeO

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Springer Nature @springernature.com · 29/09/2026

Despite commitments to end forest loss, deforestation continues to threaten biodiversity, accelerate climate change & impact communities. Join Science for a Sustainable Future to explore how research drives solutions: spklr.io/63321Eprpt @natureportfolio.nature.com @unsdsn.org

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Springer Nature @springernature.com · 29/09/2026

#OnThisDay, we celebrate World Heart Day. Observed each year on September 29, the day highlights the importance of heart health and raises awareness of cardiovascular disease. Here's to healthy hearts, healthy habits, and a healthier future. ❤️🌍

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Springer Nature @springernature.com · 28/09/2026

Sep 29 is International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste Reduction. Explore research, publications and resources related to SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production, and learn how to publish your research with a publisher committed to the #SDGs: spklr.io/63326ErGB0

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Springer Nature @springernature.com · 27/09/2026

The global research landscape has evolved rapidly, and this pace is now accelerated in the age of AI. Peer review will need to evolve with it. That was one of the key themes from a lively discussion hosted by Springer Nature Chief Scientific Officer Ritu Dhand at this year's Hamburg Science Summit.

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Springer Nature @springernature.com · 27/09/2026

#OnThisDay in 1822, Jean-François Champollion announced his breakthrough in deciphering Egyptian hieroglyphs. Using the Rosetta Stone as a key, he unlocked the language of ancient Egypt and helped lay the foundations of modern Egyptology. 🏺

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Springer Nature @springernature.com · 26/09/2026

As world leaders, policymakers and researchers gathered in New York for this year’s UN General Assembly, we were proud to contribute to conversations advancing the #SDGs. Focus was on areas critical to progress: responsible AI, information integrity, and supporting the next generation of scientists.

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Springer Nature @springernature.com · 25/09/2026

From space missions and gene editing to digital self-care and financial empowerment: join us for a day of thought-provoking author talks at #FBM26. 📅 10 Oct 📍 Hall 4.1 | E16 🗣️ German-language events More: spklr.io/63328EpDMa

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Springer Nature @springernature.com · 25/09/2026

How fast does light travel? #OnThisDay marks the birth of Ole Rømer, the Danish astronomer who used observations of Jupiter's moons to show that light is not instantaneous, laying the foundation for future measurements of its speed. 🔭

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Springer Nature @springernature.com · 24/09/2026

#OnThisDay in 1794, Jeanne Villepreux-Power was born. Known as the "Mother of Aquariophily," she created the first experimental aquaria and used them to show that argonaut octopuses make their own shells, helping advance the study of marine life. 🌊🐙

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Springer Nature @springernature.com · 24/09/2026

Every published paper has a story, conversations, & people behind it. Meet Sabrya, Senior Editor, as she shares insights into her work and what makes her experience at Springer Nature meaningful. Explore careers: group.springernature.com/gp/group/car... #LifeAtSpringerNature @natcellbio.nature.com

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Springer Nature @springernature.com · 23/09/2026

Learn the craft of documentation for each step in the software development lifecycle, from understanding your users’ needs to publishing, measuring, and maintaining useful developer documentation: spklr.io/63323ET43R 📚💙

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Springer Nature @springernature.com · 23/09/2026

Heading to Frankfurt Book Fair 2026? Explore Springer Nature events on open access, research impact, AI, audiobooks and more, plus career advice and special author events. 📍 Hall 4.1 Plan your visit and explore our events: group.springernature.com/gp/group/lan... #fbm26 #fbf26

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Springer Nature @springernature.com · 23/09/2026

#OnThisDay, we celebrate the International Day of Sign Languages! The day highlights the importance of sign languages in promoting inclusion and equal access to education, information, and opportunities, and plays a vital role in connecting communities. 🤟💙

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Springer Nature @springernature.com · 22/09/2026

A 1,200-km-long whale graveyard discovered on the floor of the Indian Ocean may be the deepest and largest known accumulation of whale fossils and whale falls, reports a study in @nature.com. Some remains date back 5.3 million years: spklr.io/63326ET0hp #MarineBiology #MarineLife 🦑

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Springer Nature @springernature.com · 22/09/2026

A new four-year transformative agreement between Springer Nature and Rice University expands open access publishing opportunities and supports wider access to research across the global scholarly community: spklr.io/63328ET0eE #OpenAccess #OpenResearch #AcademicPublishing

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Springer Nature @springernature.com · 21/09/2026

Research, policy & practice all have a role to play in advancing gender rights & justice. Join Breaking Barriers for Gender Rights and Justice through Research, a conference exploring challenges & opportunities shaping gender equality today. spklr.io/63325Erk4T #BreakingBarriers2026 #SDG5

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Springer Nature @springernature.com · 21/09/2026

#OnThisDay in 1853, Heike Kamerlingh Onnes was born. The Dutch physicist pioneered research at extremely low temperatures and discovered superconductivity, a phenomenon that transformed our understanding of electricity and materials. ❄️⚡

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Springer Nature @springernature.com · 20/09/2026

#OnThisDay, Jewish communities around the world begin observing Yom Kippur. Known as the Day of Atonement and the holiest day in the Jewish calendar, it is a time for reflection, prayer, repentance, and renewal. Wishing a meaningful Yom Kippur to all who observe!

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Springer Nature @springernature.com · 19/09/2026

#OnThisDay in 1926, Masatoshi Koshiba was born. The Japanese physicist pioneered the detection of cosmic neutrinos using the Kamiokande observatory, opening a new window on the universe and earning a share of the 2002 Nobel Prize in Physics. 🔭

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Springer Nature @springernature.com · 18/09/2026

Springer Nature has signed a new four-year transformative agreement with the University of Texas System, expanding open access publishing opportunities for eligible researchers and helping increase the visibility and reach of their work worldwide: spklr.io/63328ETlAr

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Springer Nature @springernature.com · 18/09/2026

#OnThisDay in 1819, Léon Foucault was born. The French physicist is best known for the Foucault pendulum, which demonstrated Earth's rotation, and for his groundbreaking measurements of the speed of light.

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Springer Nature @springernature.com · 17/09/2026

Despite having brains as small as a grain of sand, insects learn much about the world that they inhabit. This @springer.springernature.com book invites you to explore this world and learn how insects navigate within it: spklr.io/63326ErdMm 📚💙 #AnimalCognition #Zoology

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Springer Nature @springernature.com · 17/09/2026

Peer review doesn't have to be a black box. Nature's transparent peer review helps researchers see how papers are reviewed, challenged and improved before publication. #PeerReviewWeek #PRW2026 @nature.com @natureportfolio.nature.com @natcomms.nature.com @magdalenaskipper.bsky.social

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Springer Nature @springernature.com · 17/09/2026

#OnThisDay, we recognize PMOS Awareness Month. Observed throughout September, it aims to raise awareness of a condition that affects millions worldwide, while promoting research, education, early diagnosis, and support. 🩵

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Springer Nature @springernature.com · 16/09/2026

Acta Neuropathologica Communications is calling for submissions to our collection Single Cell & Spatial Profiling of the Human Brain! Welcoming research advancing characterization of human brain cell types, and uncovering disease relevant cellular alterations: spklr.io/63323ErAi1 🧠 🧪

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Springer Nature @springernature.com · 16/09/2026

Only three weeks until Frankfurt Book Fair 2026! Meet Springer Nature at Hall 4.1/E16 and explore our events on audiobooks, open access, AI and more. We’re looking forward to connecting in Frankfurt! spklr.io/63326ErAKu #fbm26 #fbf26 📚💙 #BookIndustryNews #ResearchPublishing

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Springer Nature @springernature.com · 16/09/2026

#OnThisDay, we mark the International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer. A 1985 paper published in Nature helped alert the world to the ozone hole over Antarctica. Now, the ozone layer is recovering, showing how research drives change: spklr.io/63322ETdMw

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Springer Nature @springernature.com · 15/09/2026

Over 2,200 referee reports published and counting. One year on, transparent peer review is helping make the research process more open. #PeerReviewWeek #PRW2026 @nature.com @natureportfolio.nature.com @natcomms.nature.com @magdalenaskipper.bsky.social

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Springer Nature @springernature.com · 14/09/2026

September 15 is the #InternationalDayOfDemocracy. Explore new publications and resources related to #SDG16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions, and learn how to share your research with a publisher committed to advancing the #SDGs. spklr.io/63326ErGVM

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Springer Nature @springernature.com · 14/09/2026

#OnThisDay, millions around the world celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi! Marking the birth of Lord Ganesha, the festival is observed with prayer, music, processions, and offerings. A celebration of wisdom, new beginnings, and overcoming obstacles. Happy Ganesh Chaturthi. ✨

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Springer Nature @springernature.com · 13/09/2026

#OnThisDay, Jewish communities around the world conclude the celebration of Rosh Hashanah. Marking the Jewish New Year, the holiday is a time for reflection, renewal, prayer, and hope for the year ahead. As the celebration comes to a close, Shanah Tovah to all who observe. 🍎🍯

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Springer Nature @springernature.com · 11/09/2026

Researchers, reviewers and editors are increasingly using AI tools. Our updated AI editorial policies and guidance help support responsible, transparent AI use throughout the research publishing process. spklr.io/63320ETExC #AI #AcademicPublishing 🧪

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Springer Nature @springernature.com · 11/09/2026

#OnThisDay in 1841, John Goffe Rand patented the collapsible paint tube. By keeping paints fresh, portable, and easy to use, the invention transformed how artists worked and helped pave the way for painting beyond the studio walls! 🎨

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Springer Nature @springernature.com · 10/09/2026

How do different routes to open access shape research reach and impact? New analysis of 200,000+ articles explores downloads, citations, attention and readership across 1,800+ hybrid journals. Read the white paper: spklr.io/63329Erfst #OpenScience #OpenAccess

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Springer Nature @springernature.com · 10/09/2026

The Great Pyramid of Khufu may owe its longevity in part to structural features that help distribute stress and reduce the impact of earthquakes, reports a study in Scientific Reports. The findings offer new insight into an ancient engineering marvel: spklr.io/63329ET1Et #Archaeology

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Springer Nature @springernature.com · 10/09/2026

A single discovery changed how we identify ourselves and one another! #OnThisDay in 1984, Alec Jeffreys developed DNA fingerprinting, a breakthrough that revolutionized forensics, paternity testing, and genetic science. 🧬✨

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Springer Nature @springernature.com · 09/09/2026

Publish a book with Springer Nature and benefit from experienced editors, high impact, global reach, and expert author support. Submit your book idea to get started: bit.ly/4mSdyvz #AcademicPublishing

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Springer Nature @springernature.com · 09/09/2026

#OnThisDay in 1947, computer engineers found the world's most literal bug! While troubleshooting the Harvard Mark II computer, they discovered a trapped moth and recorded the "first actual case of a bug being found." A memorable moment in computing history! 🐛💻

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Springer Nature @springernature.com · 08/09/2026

A coronation at Westminster Abbey is at once a ceremony steeped in tradition and an event firmly of the present era. This title brings together research on British coronations to address often overlooked aspects of the ceremony: spklr.io/63326Erj2a @hss.springernature.com 📚💙 🗃 #History

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Springer Nature @springernature.com · 08/09/2026

#OnThisDay, we celebrate International Literacy Day. Observed on September 8, it highlights the power of literacy to open doors to opportunity and lifelong learning. A reminder that reading and writing remain essential tools for individuals and communities around the world. 📚

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Springer Nature @springernature.com · 08/09/2026

How does #OA shape research impact? Our latest white paper shows gold OA research receives 7x more downloads and 50% more citations than other publishing models. Press release: spklr.io/63327Erfqv Explore the white paper: spklr.io/63321ErfqL #OpenScience

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Springer Nature @springernature.com · 07/09/2026

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Springer Nature @springernature.com · 07/09/2026

#OnThisDay in 1829, August Kekulé was born. His insight into the ring structure of benzene helped revolutionize organic chemistry, giving scientists a new way to understand how atoms bond together to form complex molecules. ⚗️

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Springer Nature @springernature.com · 06/09/2026

Communities thrive when people invest in one another. #OnThisDay marks the birth of Jane Addams, the social reformer and Nobel Peace Prize laureate who co-founded Chicago's Hull House and devoted her life to education, equality, and public service!

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Springer Nature @springernature.com · 05/09/2026

This #InternationalDayOfCharity, we're celebrating partnerships that help broaden participation in research and education. Proud to support In2Research, the @americancancersoc.bsky.social, Deutschlandstipendium, the Springer Nature Civitas School and @cara1933.bsky.social. #ResearchCommunity

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Springer Nature @springernature.com · 04/09/2026

What’s next in #OA? By working with the research community, and balancing innovation with responsibility, we are confident in our ability to support continued progress towards a more open & effective research system. Explore our 2025 OA Report: spklr.io/63329ErSDS #OpenScience

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Springer Nature @springernature.com · 04/09/2026

#OnThisDay, communities around the world celebrate Krishna Janmashtami. Honoring the birth of Lord Krishna, the festival brings people together through devotion, music, storytelling, and reflection on teachings that have inspired generations. Happy Janmashtami to all those who celebrate! 💙

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Springer Nature @springernature.com · 03/09/2026

Mic Drop is the story of James E. West, co-inventor of microphone used in every telephone and hearing aid. This @springer.springernature.com book presents his story by interweaving his professional and personal life to portray image of a scientist and activist: spklr.io/63322ErjFu 📚💙 🧪

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